Juneau upzoned land for denser housing throughout the borough. Will anything get built?
The hope was that by allowing for denser housing in those areas, it would entice private developers to build units there. But so far, nobody’s biting.
Rural airline subsidies will continue into early November despite shutdown, feds say
The U.S. Transportation Department says it has secured funding to continue the Essential Air Service program, subsidizing routes to 65 Alaska communities, through Nov. 2.
University of Alaska Southeast will offer in-state tuition for all undergraduate students
The move is part of efforts to improve student enrollment at the university system’s smallest campus.
Concerns flare in Haines that a road to Juneau would be a ‘road to resources’
A DOT spokesperson said finding ways to partner with industry is an important part of the process, adding that the potential project is not purely a “road to a ferry terminal.”
Juneau residents voice opposition to proposed New Polaris gold mine in British Columbia
Tribal members and conservation groups say they don’t want to see a legacy of mining pollution continue in the Taku River.
FBI searched Alaska Sen. Sullivan’s phone logs during Jan. 6 insurrection investigation
The logs cover several days during and around the insurrection, when rioters stormed the Capitol after President Donald Trump falsely claimed to have won reelection in 2020.
Preliminary results show Juneau voters in favor of affordability measures, against seasonal tax
The results shared Tuesday night could change. More updated preliminary results will be shared by the city in the coming weeks. Results won’t be certified by election officials until Oct. 21.
Alaska crab fishery shows signs of recovery after massive crash
Bering Sea crabbers will see a boost in catch limits this season, after years of cancellations and small harvests due to low snow and king crab stocks.
Tax-focused ballot propositions drive many Juneau voters to the polls this Election Day
This year’s ballot features three propositions, four candidates running for three open seats on the Assembly and four candidates running for three seats on the school board. One write-in candidate for school board is not featured on the ballot.
Six years after fatal Unalaska plane crash, jury finds PenAir liable for nearly $17 million
A Washington state jury awarded $16.9 million to the family of a man who died in a 2019 airplane crash on Unalaska’s runway.
Alaska lawmakers question use of state savings for $50 million private equity investment
Former Revenue Commissioner Adam Crum committed to investing $50 million in state savings in a private equity fund before he resigned, according to his successor.
Juneau high school students vote in annual mock elections. How will they stack up against final results?
Election Day is Tuesday, although Juneau voters have been casting ballots since last month. The city’s high school students also cast votes in mock elections to learn more about how they work.
Trump approves appeal for Ambler Road project, reversing Biden administration’s rejection
The proposed road, being developed by Alaska’s state-owned investment bank, would open access to a mining region in northwest Alaska.
Tuesday is the last day to vote in Juneau’s municipal election
The city has ballot drop boxes in different locations all across town. Voters can also mail their ballots back or go to a vote center.
Haines, Skagway and Juneau to vote on seasonal sales tax proposals
Each proposal looks slightly different, but they all seek to take advantage of the busy summer season to generate local tax revenue.
In antimony race, companies working in Alaska want feds’ financial support. This one is getting it.
This week, the Pentagon awarded a grant worth more than $43 million to the Alaska subsidiary of Australia-based Nova Minerals, Alaska Range Resources.
Women, Infants and Children food benefits are at risk if shutdown lasts
The state has enough money to pay WIC benefits for the first week of the shutdown. It’s unclear what happens after that. In past lapses, the state found money to keep the program running.
Dismissed charges in Fultz case show limitations of Alaska’s sexual assault laws
Earlier this month, a judge dismissed one of those remaining charges against former Juneau chiropractor Jeffrey Fultz. It reveals a gap in state laws that makes it harder for alleged victims of sexual assault to achieve justice.
Former Anchorage Mayor Dave Bronson joins 2026 race for governor
Bronson often clashed with the left-leaning Anchorage Assembly over its approach to COVID-19 and homelessness and weathered a number of scandals during his time as mayor.
Juneau voters weigh costs and benefits of removing tax on local food and utilities
If voters choose to pass Proposition 2 on the local ballot this year, the current 5% sales tax would drop to zero percent for everyone, regardless of their income.